Update on Wandering and Starving Labrador-cross Dog

March 22, 2019 – The Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) has been receiving calls for an update on Marvin, the severely emaciated Labrador-retriever mix, that was brought to the shelter after being found running loose in a parking lot on Stonefield Private near Prince of Wales and Standherd drives.

When Marvin first arrived, OHS veterinary staff examined him, noting his emaciation and immediately put him on a slow and steady weight gain program and injected him with vitamin B12. He was resting comfortably under medical care with a strict weight gaining diet until he was sent to an OHS foster home on Monday, March 18 for continued care and loving companionship.

“We were very happy to take care of this poor suffering animal” said OHS President & CEO Bruce Roney. “It breaks our hearts to see dogs in horrendous condition like Marvin.” Roney also noted that once Marvin returns to full health, the OHS will seek a forever home since no owner has come forward to claim him. However, it is anticipated that Marvin will likely not be available to adopt for several months.

Upon Marvin’s arrival at the OHS, the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) was notified, but has yet to receive an update on their investigation into this lost dog.

With continued support from the community, the OHS is able to provide care to homeless animals like Marvin – just one of the nearly 10,000 animals the OHS helps each year.

A Word About the Ottawa Humane Society:

The Ottawa Humane Society is a registered charity founded in 1888. The society works in and with the community to provide leadership in the humane treatment of all animals, to address the causes of animal suffering, to encourage people to take responsibility for their animal companions, and to provide care for animals who are neglected, abused, exploited, stray, or homeless.

For media inquiries contact:
Lesley Foster, Manager: Communications
Ottawa Humane Society
613-725-3166, ext. 261
www.ottawahumane.ca